Tag: Outer Space Treaty
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The Moon Mining Race Needs Clear International Rules Now
Why the Moon is becoming the next governance frontier The idea of mining the Moon is no longer science fiction. Advances in robotics, in-situ resource utilization, and private investment have turned lunar prospecting into a tangible challenge—and a potential conflict point. With multiple nations and private firms eyeing resources such as water ice, rare minerals,…
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The Moon Mine Dilemma: Urgent Need for Clear International Rules
The race to mine the Moon is accelerating Interest in extracting resources from the Moon has shifted from science fiction to a serious policy question. Governments, corporations, and international bodies are weighing how to govern activities on and around the Moon as interest in water ice, rare minerals, and perhaps fuel for deep-space missions grows.…
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Why the Moon Is Not the South China Sea: Reframing the Lunar Space Ahead of the Next Race
Rethinking the Space Race Narrative As nations eye crewed missions to the Moon, there is a familiar temptation to view lunar exploration through the lens of sovereignty and competition. Headlines often frame the coming era as a repeat of terrestrial rivalries, with the Moon as a stage for national prestige. Yet a sober assessment of…